Crumbl Birthday Cake Cookie Copycat

These Crumbl Birthday Cake Cookie Copycats are soft, buttery, and packed with irresistible cake batter flavor. Each cookie is topped with a rich and creamy cake batter cream cheese frosting and finished with colorful sprinkles—making them the ultimate celebratory treat for birthdays, holidays, or any day that deserves something sweet.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Inspired by Crumbl’s iconic birthday cake cookie

• Rich cake batter flavor in both the cookie and frosting

• Soft and chewy texture with a tender center

• Made with simple pantry ingredients

• Easy to customize with your favorite sprinkles

• Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting

• Great for parties, birthdays, or gifting

• Makes a large, bakery-style cookie

• Freezer-friendly

• A guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the Cookie Base:

• Salted butter, softened

• Granulated sugar

• Eggs

• Cake batter flavoring

• All-purpose flour

• Baking powder

• Sprinkles (optional)

For the Frosting:

• Cream cheese, softened

• Salted butter, softened

• Cake batter flavoring

• Powdered sugar

• Milk (as needed for consistency)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

3. Scrape down the bowl, then add eggs and cake batter flavoring, mixing until smooth and creamy.

4. Add in flour and baking powder, mixing until the dough forms. Stir in sprinkles, if using.

5. Scoop dough using a 1/3 cup measure and roll into balls. Flatten gently with your hands into a thick puck shape.

6. Place 6 cookies per sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and the centers no longer look glossy.

7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet while preparing the frosting.

8. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

9. Add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing fully after each addition.

10. Mix in cake batter flavoring, and add milk one teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

11. Transfer frosting to a zip-top bag, snip the corner, and pipe in a swirl on each cooled cookie.

12. Top with additional sprinkles and serve warm or chilled.

Servings and timing

Servings: 12 large cookies
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Variations

• Mini Cookies: Use a smaller scoop to create bite-sized versions and reduce baking time.

• Different Flavors: Swap cake batter flavoring for vanilla, almond, or lemon extract.

• Stuffed Center: Fill the dough with a teaspoon of frosting for a hidden surprise.

• Colorful Fun: Use seasonal or themed sprinkles for holidays and celebrations.

• Chocolate Chip Version: Add white or milk chocolate chips to the dough.

• Buttercream Topping: Replace cream cheese frosting with whipped vanilla buttercream.

• No Frosting: Skip the frosting for a less sweet but still delicious cookie.

• Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.

• Frosting Dip: Serve the frosting on the side as a dip instead of topping each cookie.

• Layered Cookie Cake: Stack and layer cookies with frosting for a fun cookie “cake.”

Storage/Reheating

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The high sugar content in the frosting stabilizes the cream cheese.
Refrigerator: Store chilled for up to 1 week for best texture and flavor.
Freezer: Freeze frosted or unfrosted cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge.
Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 8–10 seconds if desired, or serve chilled for a firmer texture.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies smaller?

Yes, you can use a smaller scoop to make more modest-sized cookies. Just reduce the bake time accordingly.

Is cake batter flavoring necessary?

It’s what gives these cookies their signature “birthday cake” flavor. If unavailable, you can substitute with vanilla and a bit of almond extract.

Can I use unsalted butter instead?

Yes, but you may want to add a small pinch of salt to the dough and frosting for balance.

Do I need to chill the dough?

No chilling is required for this recipe, which makes it quicker to prepare.

Can I freeze the dough before baking?

Yes, portion and flatten the dough into pucks before freezing. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the bake time.

How can I make the frosting thicker?

Use less milk and add a bit more powdered sugar until the desired consistency is achieved.

What sprinkles work best?

Jimmies (long sprinkles) work best. Avoid nonpareils as they may bleed color into the dough.

Will the cookies spread much?

These cookies don’t spread a lot, so shape them before baking to achieve the desired thickness.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, these cookies can be made 1–2 days ahead and stored at room temperature or in the fridge.

Can I use this dough as a cookie cake base?

Absolutely! Press the dough into a round pan and bake as a thick cookie cake—adjusting the bake time as needed.

Conclusion

These Crumbl Birthday Cake Cookie Copycats bring the party to your kitchen with their irresistible cake batter flavor, soft texture, and fun sprinkle topping. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or just craving a sweet treat, these oversized cookies deliver bakery-level flavor in every bite. Serve warm, chilled, or frozen—either way, you’re in for a birthday-worthy indulgence.